Table of Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. Resignation Details
  3. Joining ADC

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

According to DAILY POST, El-Rufai, who is a founding member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), departed the party earlier this year to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP).

In his resignation letter from the SDP, dated November 26, 2025, the former governor expressed his commitment to fostering a unified democratic platform that can provide a credible political alternative for the people of Nigeria.

“I wish to inform you that I have resigned my membership of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), effective November 26, 2025,” he stated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Nasir El-Rufai leave the APC?

Nasir El-Rufai left the APC to join the Social Democratic Party (SDP) earlier this year, aiming to contribute to a more unified democratic platform.

What is the significance of El-Rufai joining the ADC?

El-Rufai's joining of ADC is seen as an effort to strengthen a credible political alternative for the Nigerian populace, especially after his resignation from the SDP.